Introduction
This report evaluates the solution for the problem Minh, Mekong Vietnam, and evaluates it according to cost, sustainability, environmental impact and cultural appropriateness. In the social aspect, the project in its entirety brings social benefits to the community at large.
This means it is sustainable and socially friendly. Hence, it is of a high value to the community because it improves the people’s lives through the creation of employment. It is culturally acceptable and adheres to concepts of the situation at hand (Hollander & Kahl 2010). It is designed to minimize environmental pollution and utilize the locally available materials.
Solution definition
After rooting down to the problem and coming up with the necessary solutions to energy issues in Minh, Mekong Vietnam, it is paramount that we consider the various aspects of its nature and implications, both economically and socially (Andrew 2011). These solutions must be environmentally friendly, economically cheap and affordable by all and should not have social implications.
Cost
According to relevant sources, the cost of wind energy is relatively cheap and should not be a key hindrance. More so, the materials necessary for the installation of wind energy can easily be outsourced. The terrain of the delta region area is a bit hilly; therefore, wind velocity does not pose a significant problem.
Wind turbines and towers are other essential requirements alongside batteries (Eric & Janet 2009). The requirements are relatively cheap and require minimum maintenance; hence, making wind energy a suitable option for Mekong’s energy problem.
Sustainability
The wind energy project is quite sustainable because wind supply is maintained over long periods by taking care of some environmental factors (Hallander & Kahl 2010). such factors include the maintenance and preservation of forests and water catchment areas.
As such, the project can possibly sustain many generations without any alterations in its optimum functionality. In addition, this will remain environmentally harmless, economically cheap, as well as socially friendly.
Cultural appropriateness
This project is acceptable and does not breach any cultural practices of the locals. It does not go against their cultural norms and beliefs. Furthermore, there are no cultural upheavals associated with the use of the wind among the Vietnamese people (Nguyen 2007). Hence, this gives us the mandate not fear implementing the proposed project in fear of any cultural implications to the community.
Environmental impacts
The wind energy project has no known environmental impacts. Since the project uses natural wind, it has no wastes such as smoke and poisonous gases compared to biogas (Nguyen 2007). As such, this ensures that the project does not pose any key threat to the community’s health.
Hence, a suitable option compared to the biogas option, which emits smoke and dangerous gases such as carbon monoxide. Although it may cover large pieces of land, it does not prevent farming since turbine foundations cover small areas.
Accessibility
The technological accessibility of the people is considered to be of less consideration since the technology involved in the installation and use of the wind energy is not such sophisticated (Vaughn 2009). The installation and use of the energy requires basic knowledge. In addition, construction and maintenance costs are minimal thus posing no serious threat to resident’s economy.
Technical review
Experts and technicians who have experience in the field should do the acquisition and installation of technical materials needed in the project. This installation is relatively cheap and affordable. As such, the technicians should understand the situation relative to their prices.
Reference List
Andrew, P 2011, World Wind Energy Report, Prentice Hall, India.
Eric, M & Janet, S 2009, Renewable Energy World, Prentice Hall, New York.
Hollander, R & Kahl, N 2010, Engineering, Social Justice and Sustainable Community Development, National Academy of Sciences Press, Washington.
Nguyen, K 2007, Wind Energy in Vietnam: Resource Assessment, Development Status and Future Implications, Thomson Learning, New York.
Vaughn, N 2009, Wind Energy: Renewable Energy and the Environment, CRC Press, New York.